Taking the CETL® Exam

There are several steps to becoming a Certifed Education Technology Leader (CETL).

Step 1: Apply to become a CETL by completing an application process. This is a new step, effective October 1, 2017, for all new candidates. You will be sent a link to the application form after purchasing your exam below.

Step 2: Take Part I of the CETL exam. Part I is a multiple-choice exam largely administered at secure testing centers through the Prometric testing network. Occassionally, group exams for the multiple-choice exam are offered at large events, such as conferences.

Step 3: Upon successfully passing the Part I multiple-choice exam, candidates take Park II. Part II is essay based; this is not proctored and may be completed using your own computer (submission instructions and the deadline will be provided via email). Essays are graded by a panel of trained subject matter experts.

CETL exams are administered via the Prometric network of testing centers. Occassionally, testing is offered at group events, such as conferences. To find the Prometric testing center nearest you, click here.

Apply for the Exam

Apply for Exam at a Prometric Testing Center (You will be sent a link to an application in your confirmation of purchase. You must ALSO complete the application) Exams are available at any Prometric Testing Center globally. To find the testing center nearest you, click here and select "Find a Test Center" Candidates can schedule their personal testing appointment once they are approved to take the exam.

Eligibility Requirements

Effective October 1, 2017, all applicants must complete an application process to be determined eligible to sit for the CETL exam. A link to the application is sent to candidates upon purchasing the exam registartion.

Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree plus four years of education technology experience. Education technology experience is defined as demonstrable experience in the three overarching skill areas of the Framework of Essential Skills of the K-12 CTO:

Leadership and Vision

Understanding the Educational Environment

Managing Technology and Support Resources

If candidates do not meet the minimum education requirements, they must have at least seven years of demonstrable experience. Additional consideration will be given based on professional development and certifications. To be deemed eligible using these criteria, candidates must appeal in writing to the Certification Governance Committee (CGC) with an explanation of their experience. Send this appeal to: Certification Governance Committee, Consortium for School Networking, 1325 G Street NW, Suite 420, Washington, DC 20005. A pdf of the signed appeal may also be emailed to certification@cosn.org.

Bulk Rate Purchasing Program

Take advantage of our bulk rate purchasing program to save money on CETL materials for your whole team. Bulk rates are not available for purchase online; please contact us if you are interested.

Regular Exam Fees, Per Person

Member Exam Fee

$299

Non-Member Exam Fee

$499

Retake Fee, Each Section

$200

Exam Preparation Materials, Per Person

Quantity

Member

Non-Member

1

$349

$549

2–4

$315 (10% off)

$495 (10% off)

5–10

$295 (15% off)

$469 (15% off)

11+

$259 (25% off)

$415 (25% off)

Exam Preparation Materials + Exam

Bundle, Per Person

Quantity

Member

Non-Member

1

$648

$1,048

2–4

$614

$994

5–10

$594

$968

11+

$558

$914

What our CETLs are saying

“The best part of the CETL certification for me was participation in our study groups and the discussion that was spawned by the CETL materials and the shared experiences of the participants. We were able to discuss each of the sections and how it related to our current assignments and the challenges and successes we were having in those areas. It really was a great community experience.”